Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG)
Scotts Miracle-Gro Max Pain By Strike
SMG trades at $62.16, pinned near the near-term max pain of $62.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($37.5-$70), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 55 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SMG shows a downward trend from 70 to 37.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 56% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 62.16. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 62.5 | 0.34 (0.55%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 60 | -2.16 (-3.47%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 37.5 | -24.66 (-39.67%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 67.5 | 5.34 (8.59%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 57.5 | -4.66 (-7.50%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 55 | -7.16 (-11.52%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 70 | 7.84 (12.61%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 55 | -7.16 (-11.52%) |